Singapore National Day: Singapore marked its 61st National Day with the National Day Parade returning to the National Stadium after a decade, drawing about 42,000 people, plus a new Kallang Basin gun salute and flag flypast. Indigenous Peoples & UN focus: Malaysia’s unity minister said Orang Asal heritage is part of the national identity and urged development that protects languages, customs and traditional knowledge, noting the UN’s role in recognizing indigenous custodianship. Gaza humanitarian push: Five UAE aid convoys carrying 663 tonnes of supplies entered Gaza under “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3,” aimed at food and shelter needs. Yemen Red Sea escalation: Yemen’s National Resistance Forces said they destroyed 11 Houthi drones over Mokha as attacks on ports and civilian sites continue. Regional diplomacy: Bahrain backed UN condemnation of Houthi attacks, stressing maritime navigation and GCC security ties. US climate court fight: The US Supreme Court will hear a case that could shape whether local governments can sue energy firms over climate-related harms. Ukraine war & food security: Zelensky accused Russia of targeting Odesa’s seaport and global food security as drone and missile strikes killed and wounded civilians. Public health & safety: The NIH director discussed major foodborne outbreaks on TV, while Ireland issued a Salmonella recall for SuperValu sesame seeds. Crime crackdown in South Korea: Police announced a nationwide drive against organised crime and international offences, targeting fraud, money laundering and synthetic drugs.